Actor Eric Roberts recently opened up about his strained relationship with his daughter, Emma Roberts, during an interview on the “Inside of You” podcast with Michael Rosenbaum. Eric, 68, admitted that the loss of his relationship with Emma was one of the toughest times of his life. In his new memoir, “Runaway Train: Or the Story of My Life So Far,” Eric discusses his struggles with addiction and his relationships with his family members, including Emma, Julia Roberts, and his grandchildren.
While Eric did not delve into specifics about the estrangement from his daughter, he expressed sadness over what he believes is a misunderstanding between them. He discussed his feelings of inadequacy as a parent when Emma was born and admitted that he did not see himself as deserving of physical custody of her. Eric emphasized that there was no custody battle with Emma’s mother, Kelly Cunningham, and clarified that he was content with the current arrangement.
The memoir also touched on Eric’s relationship with his sister, Julia, including some critical comments about her performance in the film “Steel Magnolias.” When asked about his communication with Julia, Eric remained tight-lipped and redirected the conversation. Overall, the book sheds light on Eric’s personal struggles and relationships with his family members, providing a candid look at his experiences and emotions over the years.
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